Australian Visa Processing Times (as of April 2025)
According to the latest data from the Department of Home Affairs, the median processing times for various visa categories are as follows:
Permanent Visas
- Skilled (Permanent) Visa: Approximately 12 months.
Temporary Visas
- Skilled (Temporary) Visa: Approximmately 70 days.
- Student Visa: Approximately 36 days.
Family & Partner Visas
- Contributory Parent Visa: Applications with a queue date up to February 2018 have been released for final processing.
- Other Family Visas: Processing times vary; for example, Remaining Relative Visa applications with a queue date up to 28 February 2013 have been released.
Note: Processing times can fluctuate based on application completeness, volume, and specific circumstances.
Australian Visa Costs (as of April 2025)
Visa application charges (VAC) vary depending on the visa subclass and applicant circumstances. Here are some examples:
- Visitor Visa (subclass 600): Cost Available on your request.
- Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (subclass 491): Cost Available on your request.
- Temporary Graduate Visa (subclass 485): Cost Available on your request.
Note: Additional charges may apply for dependents, subsequent temporary applications, or specific services.
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